I wish I could freeze time.

Two weeks of holidays are not adequate, I reckon. I’m sure all of us are well aware that the clock is ticking away by the seconds at breakneck speed. Why can’t the government prolong the holidays?

Nevertheless, I enjoyed my holidays to the fullest.

I wanted the holidays to come soon not only because I wanted a break from reality and have a movie marathon with my pillow, but the main highlight of my holiday is Camporama.

Camporama is a camp that is organized by an international Christian based uniform body - the Royal Rangers. This camp is a must go for it only happens once in four years - it’s like waiting for the Olympics! – And Camporama is your 4 days 3 nights passport to fun-filled activities.

I was extremely happy when I was told – together with 20 other rangers – that I was going to be arriving the campsite 2 nights earlier to set up the campsite. We all agreed to participate and soon the big day came. After making sure that we’ve got everything that’s needed to keep us alive for the next 6 days, we took off for Kula Kubu Baru, Tanjung Malim.  The campsite is humongous for its built to accommodate and carry out all hand picked NS candidates’ activities.

We worked hard to set up the campsite and we definitely enjoyed every single minute of it with up-beat music blasting through the speakers that were transported from home. We had our very own 'DJ' too. One of our commanders were mimicking a malay accent and he was super hilarious! Our hit song was 'We are young; FUN'. All of us would sing the chorus together whenever it was played. It was super cool! 

On Wednesday, when camp began, the campers started filling the campsite. Wide smiles and grins were present on campers’ faces. They were extremely excited to see what the camp has in stored for them. I, personally, was extremely excited too. Although I went to camp 2 nights earlier, the commanders hid everything really well from us. They kept us in deep suspense. 

The campsite provided many activities for us, such as the flying fox and the repelling activity. Camp sponsors sponsored us the horizontal bungee (my favourite), bumper hamster ball, the sticky wall and many more. All these activities were extreme and they made my blood ran fast. There was this game station where we had to make our way into a ball and play football with the ball. So, we were playing football in a ball. That was insane! 

Of course, one of the main highlights were the night rallies. Worship sessions were the bomb! Campers were so devoted in worshipping the Lord and they were so passionate to know about Him more. It was really touching to see young campers from the age of 9 responding to altar calls and letting God write their destiny. Sometimes, we have to be oblivious to what's happening and just focus on God and we have to be courageous for God. I definitely learned a lot during night rallies and they were certainly enjoyable.

Song and yell sessions were my most memorable thing at camp. Anusha, leader of the Semangat team, made super duper catchy songs and they were extremely fun to sing at. During parades, I could sense all the energy and enthusiasm that was coming from Selangor #7. We were all dancing, all singing and all having a fun time together. That moment was priceless! I often find myself singing Camporama songs in school, at home and even in the bathroom! It's that catchy! I miss camp!

Lastly, many new friendships - they were crazy, insane, fun and most importantly sincere - were made during camp and old friendships were strengthened. I had the opportunity to bond and joke more with my leaders and people from other churches and it felt really osome! I really thank God for making this camp possible. Without Him, nothing is possible!

Although camp ended more than a week ago, I’m still having a Camporama hangover. Now, all I can do is to wait for Camporama 2016. 

I thank Johnny Browns for starting the Royal Rangers ministry in the US. He started all these! Who knew that Royal Rangers will be brought all the way to Malaysia?! It's mind-blowing and we all know who made it possible - our master ranger, Jesus Christ! Rangers taught me how to see life in a different perspective - in God's perspective and Rangers taught me how to be a woman of Christ. I am who I am today because of Rangers. Thank you Lord! 

Together with all the rangers in Malaysia, we're going to strive towards greater things. Greater things are yet to come.